Columbine brought the crisis of gun violence to my attention.
But it was losing two beloved friends—one to an unexpected firearm suicide and another who was a police officer shot by his own weapon—that made this issue devastatingly personal for my husband John and me.
What enrages us isn't just the loss. It's that nearly 1,700 Pennsylvanians die from gun violence every year while the gun industry buys lawmakers to ensure their refusal to act.
I was a state legislator when the last gun safety bill passed in Pennsylvania, friend. I saw firsthand how CeaseFirePA helped move this lifesaving legislation despite fierce NRA opposition. That's a big reason why I became a board member.
In the 7 years since I left Harrisburg, we’ve seen some progress, but as this crisis continues, the need for action is urgent, and John and I want to put our money where our mouths are.
If you believe, like we do, that we need action to end the gun violence crisis that is destroying lives and communities, I’m asking you to join us in making a generous end-of-year gift today. You can donate here. >>
